Career
After studying law in Freiburg (Dr. of Law), Zurich and Geneva he worked as a lawyer in St. Gallen 1950—1971. Furgler was the President of the St. Gallen Christian Socialists.
In 1955—1971 Member of National Council.
In 1963-71 he was the President of the Conservative Christian Socialists National Party (since 1970 Christian Democrats National Party) in the Federal Assembly.
1967-71 He was a member of the Europe Assembly Council.
On 08.12.1971 Furgler was elected to Federal Council.
In 1977, 1981 and 1985, Furgler served as the President of Federal Council.
In 1986 he resigned from the Federal Council.
In 1958-68 Furgler was the General Staff Officer.
In 1971 He was the Commander of the 8th Border Brigade.